FIFA World Cup 2026: The highly anticipated 23rd FIFA World Cup will attract sports enthusiasts across the globe in 2026. The thrilling tournament organized by FIFA will be held in the traditional months of January. 6 and July, as the best national teams from member associations participate in fierce competition
Furthermore, it serves as a platform for host countries to showcase their unique cultures and demonstrate their warm hospitality to visitors from all over the world. Prepare yourself to see an amazing display of athletic prowess and a beautiful match celebration that will leave an indelible mark in the annals of sports history.
FIFA World Cup 2026 host countries
The upcoming World Cup will see an unprecedented joint co-hosting arrangement between three North American countries: Canada, Mexico and the United States. Marking a groundbreaking milestone, this multinational collaboration will be the first in the tournament’s history. Defending champions Argentina will face a serious challenge to defend their title amid increasingly fierce competition.
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May 19, 2023
FIFA World Cup 2026 City
A collection of vibrant cities across North America have been meticulously selected to host the prestigious matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The finale will take place at the illustrious MetLife Stadium, nestled in East Rutherford, New Jersey, to set the stage for the crowning moment. As the pinnacle of the tournament, this exciting event promises to be a showcase of fitness, skill and determination, showcasing the indomitable spirit of the world’s best football talents.
A total of 16 cities are included in the 2026 World Cup:
|
City |
Status |
Nation |
Location |
Capacity |
|
Mexico City |
Mexico |
Azteca Stadium |
87,523 |
|
|
New York City |
NY/NJ |
USA |
MetLife Stadium |
82,500 |
|
Dallas |
TX |
USA |
AT&T Stadium |
80,000 |
|
Kansas City |
KS |
USA |
Arrowhead Stadium |
76,416 |
|
Houston |
TX |
USA |
NRG Stadium |
71,795 |
|
Atlanta |
GA |
USA |
Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
71,000 |
|
Los Angeles |
SHIFT |
USA |
SoFi Stadium |
70,240 |
|
Philadelphia |
PA |
USA |
Lincoln Financial Sector |
69,176 |
|
Seattle |
WA |
USA |
Lumen School |
69,000 |
|
San Francisco |
SHIFT |
USA |
Levi’s Stadium |
68,500 |
|
Boston |
GHOST |
USA |
Gillette Stadium |
65,878 |
|
Miami |
FL |
USA |
Hard Rock Stadium |
64,767 |
|
Vancouver |
BC |
Canada |
Location BC |
54,000 |
|
Monterrey |
NL |
Mexico |
BBVA Stadium |
53,500 |
|
Guadalajara |
JAL |
Mexico |
Akron Stadium |
46,232 |
|
Toronto |
ABOVE |
Canada |
BMO Field |
45,500* |
FIFA World Cup 2026 format
The tournament format has expanded significantly, accommodating 48 teams instead of the previous 32. With teams divided into 12 groups of 4 countries, the battle for the throne promises to be more intense than ever.
The eight third-placed teams from each group as well as the top two teams from each group will advance to the round of 32. A total of eight matches will be played from the group stage to the final, instead of seven.
FIFA World Cup 2026 match date
An estimated more than 3.5 billion spectators will be enthralled by the tournament’s spectacular matches, fostering a spirit of solidarity and shared excitement across continents. It is unclear what date the tournament will begin, but like previous tournaments, it will begin in June and the final will take place on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 teams
This special event is a golden opportunity for the world’s best teams to compete for the ultimate prize, rekindling hopes and dreams. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will no longer have the traditional format of 32 teams competing in the tournament. In the next edition, a total of 42 teams will compete to win the coveted trophy, 16 more teams than in the previous seven editions.
The geographical division of the continental unions was determined:
AFC (Asia): 8 direct entry slots + 1 inter-confederation play-off slot.
CAF (Africa): 9 direct entry spots + 1 inter-confederation play-off spot.
Concacaf (North and Central America, plus the Caribbean): Six direct entries + two inter-confederation play-off spots.
CONMEBOL (South America): Six direct entries + one inter-confederation play-off spot.
OFC (Oceania): One direct entry + one federation play-off spot UEFA (Europe): 16 direct entries.
The three host countries will automatically qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, thus taking up three of the Concacaf spots.
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